This 46ha of forested land on the Tasman Peninsula is only 4km from Nubeena and about 100km from the Hobart CBD. It has virtual coast frontage, level access off Roaring Beach Rd into a cleared, sunny house site and spectacular coast views. It is an ideal base for exploring the many recreational opportunities in the area including the famous Roaring Beach, only a 2 minute drive away.
Contact: Leigh Walters
Ph: 03 6331 9295
Mob: 0407 891 025
lwalters@tasland.org.au
Conservation Values
‘Billy Blue Hill’ contains several threatened forest communities (‘dry blue gum forest’, ‘black peppermint on sandstone’ and ‘silver peppermint on mudstone’), as well as old growth silver peppermint forest on dolerite. The property provides good habitat for a wide range of animal species, including several threatened species: the swift parrot (endangered); white bellied sea eagle (vulnerable); and eastern barred bandicoot (vulnerable).
Protecting the Conservation Values
To provide permanent protection for the conservation values on the property, the TLC registers a Conservation Covenant against the title of the land prior to sale. Part of the property, the existing cleared land fronting Roaring Beach Rd, will be excluded from the covenant. Within this area future owners may clear vegetation, construct a home and undertake all the usual activities associated with residential use (subject to Council approval where required). Elsewhere on the property the covenant restricts any activities that may degrade the conservation values of the land, but still allows for essential management activities (such as construction and maintenance of boundary fences) and for appropriate recreational activities (eg walking and walking tracks).
A management plan will be developed with the new owners, ensuring that they are able to manage any threats to conservation values into the future. The TLC is also able to offer ongoing advice and assistance to the new owners in managing the natural values of the land.
Infrastructure and Services
Legal access to the property is provided via direct frontage to Roaring Beach Rd. Shops, schools (primary and high school), a recreation ground and some community services are available within 4km of the property at Nubeena, with more extensive services 80km away in Sorell.
Acknowledgements
This property was purchased under the TLC Revolving Fund. Funding for the purchase was provided by the Australian Government through the Forest Conservation Fund (a programme arising out of the Tasmanian Community Forest Agreement). Proceeds from the sale of this property will be returned to the Revolving Fund.